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The Albanese government says it will set up an “early warning” system for military projects running late and over budget.
Regulator eyes online claims
The ACCC is running internet sweeps to target “greenwashing” and fake online reviews.
IMF warns of instability
A leader of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned the world is heading towards an age of greater instability.
Oil cabal cutting production
A cartel of oil producers have agreed to cut production to drive up prices.
Retailers sued for card costs
Harvey Norman and Latitude have been sued for allegedly misleading customers about ‘no deposit’, ‘interest-free’ payments.
ASIC rates questioned
An analysis suggests fewer than 1 per cent of complaints to ASIC will be investigated.
Confidence rises following poll
Public confidence in the Federal Government has sharply increased since the May election, according to new data.
Data scanned for Optus issues
Services Australia is using data matching to scan Medicare details for Optus hack victims.
Interim pay rise announced
The Federal Government has proposed a 3 per cent pay increase for commonwealth public servants.
Automation study predicts change
A new report finds young Australians face a lifetime of labour change.
Old foes agree on BOOT change
A new deal between unions and the business sector could lead to simplified enterprise bargaining.
CCC claims insider scam
WA's corruption watchdog allegese two government staffers broke the rules to obtain expensive gifts ...
AUSTRAC eyes Perth Mint
The federal financial crimes watchdog is investigating the state-owned Perth Mint.
MPs to see tax cut win
Federal politicians are forecast to pocket more than $18 million over 10 years from stage three tax cuts.
Singapore green deal coming
Singapore and Australia are expected to sign a new “green economy agreement” next month.
World Bank boss dubbed denier
The president of the World Bank has faced calls to resign after refusing to acknowledge fossil-fuel burning is warming the planet.
ACCC eyes green claims
The competition regulator has told businesses to be prepared to back up their environmental claims.
AMP slammed in fee scandal
AMP has been hit with a $14.6 million fine for charging ‘fees for no service’.
ATO tactics leaked
An ATO whistleblower has revealed internal complaints about debt recovery tactics at the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).